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Before you apply

It is important to understand the graduate admissions process and the minimum requirements you must meet to be considered for graduate studies at McGill. Understanding and following five steps will make it easier and quicker for you to prepare your application and apply. There is additional information you should be aware of if you are an international student or want to attend McGill as an exchange, visiting, research trainee or postdoctoral scholar.

Find your area of research

Research conducted at McGill is often interdisciplinary and cuts across programs and academic units (departments, schools or institutes). It is not always obvious which unit or program houses your particular research area. It is recommended that you: